Checking federal refunds: Go to irs.gov and click on "Where's my refund?" or call the IRS hotline at: 800-829-1954. You will need your Social Security or Tax Identification number, the filing status you used on your return and the refund amount listed on your 2012 tax return

Checking state refunds: Go to ftb.gov and go to "Check your refund status." You will need your Social Security number, the mailing address on your tax filing and the refund amount you claimed on your 2012 tax return.